Single Choice

The order of catenation power is:

AC > Si > Ge > Sn
Correct Answer
BSi > C > Ge > Sn
CSn > Ge > Si > C
DGe > Sn > C > Si

Solution

catenation inversely proportional to atomic size.
In larger atoms, the orbitals are too diffused to form strong single bonds and exhibit catenation.

SIMILAR QUESTIONS

p - block Elements

Which element shows catenation:

p - block Elements

The catenation tendency of $$C,\ Si$$ and $$Ge$$ is in the order of $$Ge < Si < C$$. The bond energies (in $$KJ\ mol^{-1}$$) of $$C-C,\ Si-Si$$ and $$Ge-Ge$$ respectively, are :

p - block Elements

There is a large number of carbon compounds due to:

p - block Elements

Maximum ability of catenation is shown by ?

p - block Elements

Catenation i.e. linking of similar atoms depends on size and electronic configuration of atoms. The tendency of catenation in Group 14 elements follows the order:

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